An iPad Pro is a professional model as its name indicates and therefore has the latest components that do it honor. The battery is one of these elements that must be TOP, so if your device does not perform as it should in this sense, it is evident that there is a problem. In this post we will try to help you solve these battery failures on your iPad Pro.
How long does an iPad Pro battery last?
It depends is the most general and the most obvious answer. There are several factors on which the battery life of an iPad Pro depends: what model it is, what size it is, how much you use it, level of battery wear, etc. Therefore we cannot give an exact duration for each device, but an indicative that serves as a reference. On a computer that is not too old and with more or less normal use, it should not be less than the day’s duration. With more intensive uses or other problems derived from the passage of time, it can go down, but in theory you would not have to resort to the charger more than once.
Does it load correctly?
If your problem with the iPad Pro battery is related to charging, you have several options to review. It is possible that the USB-C connector of the device may be dirty and not connect well with the cable because of that. This may cause it to never charge or charge sporadically, cut off and re-start charging, etc. To clean it, it is recommended to use a lint-free ear swab and gently insert it.
If the internal connector were broken, you would have no choice but to go to Apple. Depending on whether or not you have a warranty, the repair price could go up. If it is due to a factory defect, it may be repaired for free, but this is very unusual for this component.
It is also advisable to check the cables . If it doesn’t charge you with the original USB-C cable or the one you have, try trying another. The same goes for the power adapter. Of course, try to always use a charger that is certified by Apple using the MFi standard. This not only guarantees proper operation, but also ensures that charging will not damage the device and will prevent problems such as overheating.
Software failures
The iPadOS operating system is designed by and for the iPad, ensuring its smooth operation in every way. However, there are times when it can play tricks and be the cause of higher energy consumption that weakens the battery in less time than usual. Fortunately there are solutions for this.
Update iPadOS
Possibly your current version of the system may contain an error that generates these problems. For this reason, it is advisable to always be in the latest version, since it is understood that all these errors are solved in successive updates. To do this you must go to Settings> General> Software update and if there was a more recent update you would find it here ready for download and subsequent installation.
Format the iPad Pro
If the software is up-to-date and you still have problems, a restore will completely eliminate any type of failure related to it. Of course, you should know that you must configure it as new without backup to be effective. Some data will remain if it is synced with iCloud, such as photos, calendars, notes, Safari bookmarks, and other items that you can see in Settings> your name> iCloud. It is also recommended to do this more complete restoration from a computer through iTunes or Finder (Mac with macOS Catalina and later), although if you don’t have to, you will have to do it by going to Settings> General> Reset and clicking on “Delete content and settings”.
Is the battery worn out?
To find out if the battery wear level is high or if the problem is due to a manufacturing defect or similar, it is best to go to Apple or, failing that, an authorized technical service. There they can run a more accurate diagnosis and offer you a solution. If the battery has to be replaced it will cost you 109 euros , although what they will really do is give you a fully functional replacement iPad. If you have contracted AppleCare + it will be free.
And yes, it is worth going to an authorized service because the parts are original and therefore you also guarantee that the iPad Pro will work correctly. If the device still has a warranty, it would be completely voided if you go to a service that does not have authorization for it.
